Manager, Contracts

The Manager - Contracts will lead the drafting, development, negotiation, review, and approval of Delta Tech Ops MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) services contracts, including vendor supply agreements, consignment agreements, repair and overhaul agreements, license agreements, and other agreements necessary to support the business. The Manager will have a team of 1-2 people to support these efforts. This role will also incorporate responsibilities related to U.S. Government and military contracting, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and prime contract requirements for commercial derivative military aircraft (CDMA) programs.

The Manager will operate under the authority of the Delta Law Department, complying with defined contract standards and will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex contractual issues.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Aviation Contracts

* Develop and maintain standard agreement templates in collaboration with Delta Law Department

* Support time-sensitive negotiations for MRO agreements and ensure timely contract development

* Identify and mitigate high-risk provisions; negotiate modifications where appropriate

Government & Military Contracting

* Draft, review, and negotiate subcontracts ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and prime contract obligations.

* Perform pre-award risk assessments on bid proposals for government and military programs.

* Interpret prime contract requirements and advise on subcontractor obligations under federal regulations.

* Ensure proper flow-down of prime contract terms and compliance with regulatory standards.

Compliance & Risk Management

* Provide legal and contractual guidance to internal teams to minimize exposure

* Maintain comprehensive records of negotiated positions and compliance actions

* Maintain electronic database of all contracts in Salesforce, Ariba and other enterprise tools